Purpose

Each Skyhook provides anchorage for fall arrest for 1 individual on roofs pitched to 12/12 or flat surfaces, including wood, metal, or concrete. Several Skyhooks can be used with catenary line to provide fall restraint for several workers.

Phase of Construction
Roof shingling, roof sheathing, floor sheathing, siding, HVAC
Manufacturer’s Device Page
Qualcraft
Installation
Attaches to minimum of 3/4" CDX wood, 20 gauge metal or 2000 psi concrete structure capable of withstanding 5000# of force. 30 1.5" screws are used to attach the Skyhook. To provide fall restraint for several individuals, catenary line or 3/8" steel cable is passed through the Skyhook and adjacent sky hooks and fastened through cable locking holes with two drop forge clamps on either end. Can add Guardian swivel top to house SRL; this will rotate 360 degrees. Warning: Users must strictly adhere to the manufacturer’s inspection, installation, maintenance and use directions; and must follow local, state and federal safety regulations. Structural member must be able to support 5000# force. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.
Manual
Instruction Manual
Vendor
fallprotectionpros.com, harnessland.com, ezsafetysupply.com sears.com amazon.com
Cost
$123-200
Video
Video 1

 

 

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