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fall protection shall be made by a Competent Person. All fall protection
equipment shall be purchased new and unused.
The equipment is designed for use as a part of a personal fall protection system.
Components shall not be used for any other operation other than that which it has
been designed and approved.
Fall Arrest Systems shall be designed to comply with OSHA or applicable state
regulatory limitations. Systems must be used in a compliant manner.
Fall Restraint systems shall be designed by a Qualified Person, and must be
installed and used under the supervision of a competent person.
Consult a doctor if there is any reason to doubt a user’s ability to withstand and
safely absorb fall arrest forces. Age, fitness, and health conditions can seriously
affect the worker should a fall occur. Pregnant women and minors should not
use this equipment.
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DO NOT THROW AWAY THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
READ AND UNDERSTAND BEFORE USING EQUIPMENT!
This manual should be read and understood in its entirety, and used as part of a
training program as required by OSHA or any applicable state regulatory agency.
This and any other included instructions must be provided to the users of the
equipment. The user must understand the proper equipment use and limitations.
This product meets all applicable OSHA and ANSI standards for fall protection.
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• Do not alter or misuse this equipment.
• Do not use combinations of components or subsystems
that may affect or interfere with the safe, compatible
function of each other.
• Do not expose the equipment to chemicals which may
produce a harmful effect or degrade the equipment.
Consult manufacturer in cases where doubt exists.
• Do not use the equipment around moving machinery or
electrical hazards unless specifically designed for such
use.
• Do not use the equipment around sharp edges or
abrasive surfaces unless intended for such use.
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: The employer shall provide a training program for each employee who might be exposed to fall
hazards. The program shall enable each employee to recognize the hazards of falling and shall train each employee in the procedures
to be followed in order to minimize these hazards. Relevant Federal, State, and local regulatory requirements, procedures, and
standards shall also be a part of training.
The employer shall ensure that each employee has been trained, as necessary, by a Competent or Qualified Person in the nature of fall
hazards in the work area, the correct erecting, maintaining, disassembling, and inspection of the fall protection systems being used,
and the use of personal fall arrest systems.
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: The user is required to have a rescue plan and the means at hand to implement it when using the equipment. The
plan shall be project specific. Employees shall be trained in self-rescue or alternate means shall be provided for prompt rescue in the
event of a fall.
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: Remove the equipment from service immediately if it has been subjected to the
forces of a fall arrest. Contact your distributor or Guardian about policies regarding replacement of Guardian components involved in
a fall.
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• Fall protection equipment shall be inspected by the user for defects, damage, or deterioration such as cracks, twisted
metal or corrosion. Any suspected defective equipment shall be removed from service.
• If the manufacturer’s label is not legible or is missing, the equipment shall be removed from service. Fall protection
equipment shall be removed from service upon evidence of defects, damage, or deterioration, or upon expiration of the
manufacturer’s specified service limits, whichever comes first.
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authorized by Guardian. Contact Guardian for maintenance and repair. Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the safety and life of the
equipment. Cleanse the equipment of all dirt, corrosives, and contaminants
Repairs to equipment can be made only by a Guardian representative or person or entity
DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT:
SkyMast Residential Roof PFAS provides a portable means of fall protection for up to three workers in arrest.
PRODUCT APPLICATION INFORMATION:
The SkyMast is designed to be used as an anchorage connector for personal fall arrest or restraint. The structure that this product is
attached to must be capable of supporting a 5,000lb. static load in the direction of pull or shall be designed, installed and used as
follows: (i) as part of a complete personal fall arrest systems which maintains a minimum safety factor of two; and (ii) under the
supervision of a “qualified person” as per OSHA 1926.502. Designed specifically for attachment on standard wood sheathing
properly secured to framing structural members such as trusses, beams, and I-joists as a temporary anchorage.
Do not hang, lift or support tools or equipment from the SkyMast. The use of a retractable lifeline is mandatory to limit the arrest
forces to 900lbs. or less for each worker.
• PERSONAL FALL ARREST: Means the product is used as a component of a personal fall arrest system to protect the user
in the event of a fall. For this application, the PFAS MUST include a full body harness and a deceleration device known as a
retractable. Maximum permissible free fall is six feet.
• RESTRAINT: Means the product is used as a component of a restraint system to prevent the user from reaching a fall
hazard. Restraint systems typically include a full body harness and a lanyard or restraint line. NO VERTICAL FREE
FALL IS PERMITTED
• WORK POSITIONING: Means the product is used as a component of a work positioning system to support the user at a
work position. Work positioning systems typically include a full body harness, positioning lanyard, and a back-up personal
fall arrest system. Maximum permissible free fall is two feet.
• RESCUE: This product IS NOT RATED for use as a component of a rescue system.
LIMITATIONS:
Consider the following application limitations before using this equipment.
• Capacity: The anchorage connectors are designed for use by three individuals with a combined weight (clothing, tools, etc.)
of no more than 310lbs each.
• Free Fall: Personal fall arrest systems (PFAS) used with this equipment must be rigged to limit the free fall to six feet or
less as called out in ANSI Z359.1. Only qualified and trained personnel, on the proper use of fall protection such as this
PFAS, are allowed to use this product. Restraint systems must be rigged that no vertical free fall is possible. Work
positioning systems must be rigged so that free fall is limited to two feet or less. Rescue systems must be rigged so that no
vertical free fall is possible.
• Fall Clearance: There must be sufficient clearance below the user to arrest a fall before the user strikes the ground or other
obstruction. The clearance required is dependent on some or all of the following factors. A hazard assessment by a trained
and competent person is recommended before any work is started that would include the use of fall protection.
• General Use: This PFAS (Personal Fall Arrest System) is designed for professional use only. Do not use SkyMast unless
you have received specific training in the use of the product and the general use of fall protection equipment.
Consider When Calculating Distance:
• Deceleration Distance
• Movement of harness attachment
element (D-ring)
• Free Fall Distance
• Worker Height (how tall the worker is
6 Feet Max
Free Fall
Total Fall Distance
(Free Fall + Deceleration Distance)
could affect the free fall distance)
• Elevation of Anchorage Connector
• Connecting Subsystems Length
APPLICABLE STANDARDS:
Refer to potential applicable standards. Standards might include OSHA regulations depending on the type of work, and also might
include state regulations if applicable. Consult regulatory agencies for more information on personal fall arrest systems and associated
components. Use this product in accordance to the manufacturer’s instructions.
LIMITATIONS CONTINUED:
• Swing Falls: Swing falls occur when the anchorage
point is not directly above the point where a fall
occurs. The force of striking an object in a
swing fall may cause serious injury or death.
Minimize the risk of swing falls by working as
close to the anchorage point as possible. Do
ATTACH TO OVERHEAD
ANCHORS!
SWING FALLS INCREASE
FALL ARREST DISTANCE.
not permit a swing fall if injury could occur.
Swing falls will significantly increase the
clearance required when a self retracting lifeline
or other variable length connecting system is
used.
• Potential Environmental Hazards: Use of fall
protection equipment in areas with environmental
hazards may require additional precautions to prevent
injury to the user or damage to the equipment.
Hazards may include but are not limited to:
chemicals, corrosive environments, high voltage
power lines, gases, moving machinery, and sharp edges.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
• Compatibility of Components: Guardian Fall Protection equipment is designed to be used with Guardian approved
components. Please contact Guardian if you have a question regarding compatibility. Making substitutions without approval
from Guardian Fall Protection may lead to injuries and or death by compromising the safety and reliability of the complete
system. A Qualified person can make a determination on compatibility of equipment from different manufacturers. If in
doubt, please contact Guardian Fall Protection for clarification.
• Compatibility of Connectors: Connectors (D-rings, hooks, carabiners) must be capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs.
(22kN). Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Non-compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage. Self
locking snap hooks and carabiners are required by ANSI and OSHA. Connectors must be compatible in size, shape, and
strength.
• Making Connections: Only use self-locking snap hooks and carabiners with any Guardian Fall Protection equipment. Do not
use equipment that is not compatible. If you have any questions on compatibility, please call Guardian Fall Protection at
800.466.6385.
• Connecting Hardware: Do not use rigging devices or components in the assembly and use of the system. Only use provided
fasteners. Or specific like-in-kind fasteners which have been approved by Guardian Fall Protection
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS:
The following requirements outline the proper installation procedures to be followed.
Location: Select a location on an appropriate strength anchorage that will provide overall safety and proper loading. The
anchorage must be free of deformities, weather deterioration, or defects that may weaken the structure.
1. Place the SkyMast SkyHook over the ridge of the roof. Make sure to use a SkyMast SkyHook that is properly sized to fit the
pitch of the roof that you are working with, i.e. 4/12, 6/12, 7/12, etc…
The center tab must be positioned over a truss for proper attachment.
2.
Fasteners must be separated evenly so not to split the truss. Use four (4) number 14X10 2” screws evenly placed.
Fasteners must be separated evenly so not to split the truss. Use four (4) number 14X10 2” screws evenly placed. The SkyMast
SkyHook is specifically engineered with slots that are designed for ease of adjustment. All fasteners must fully penetrate the roof
sheathing and truss.
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3. Assemble the SkyMast cleats to the extension legs using the two (2) supplied and attached dowel pins. Dowel pins must be
completely installed through extension legs before use.
4. Place the SkyMast Center Post on top of the SkyHook. Be sure to line up the slots so that the base slides properly down on
top of the SkyHook. Use attached dowel pin to properly secure Center Post to SkyHook. The system can not be used unless
the pin is properly attached.
5. Attach SkyMast Cleats (feet) and extension legs to the SkyMast Center Post. Make sure to use the attached dowel pins
provided. Do not use the system if the dowel pins are not completely and fully inserted.
6. As directed in your training and indicated by the various located instructions, insert all 14X10 2” screws completely snug to
the sheathing and fully into the truss. The user must attach the SkyMast Cleats (feet) to three separate trusses before the
system can be used. If the system is not attached to three separate trusses that there is a possibility that injury and or death
could occur, you are not authorized to use the system.
7. A total of four (4) 14X10 2” screws must be fastened to the center truss completely snug to the sheathing and fully into the
truss. To fully penetrate the truss, it may be necessary to drill the fastener into the truss at an angle.
8. Once all four (4) of the center fasteners are properly attached, then the outside of the cleat (feet) must be secured to the
sheathing and truss. Use two (2) 14X10 2” screws on each side of the center truss.
Make sure that the fasteners are snug up against the base of the cleat and fully penetrate the truss. Space the
fasteners as indicated in the image.
9. Once both sides are properly attached to the three trusses, and all fasteners have been completely and securely installed place
the three retractables into the individual cradles. NOTE: Images are at an angle, the SkyMast system must be and
remain in a vertical position.
Be sure to place the dowel pins through the top of the retractables and properly fasten each of the dowel pins with supplied
clips. The pins must be properly secured prior to using the SkyMast system. The system must be used with retractables.
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If you have any questions, please contact the safety director of your company or call Guardian Fall Protection for assistance at
800.466.6385. Do not use the SkyMast system unless you are properly trained and the training has been documented.
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