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According to OSHA 1910.27(b)(1)(i), before any rope descent system is used, the building owner must inform the employer in writing that the building owner has identified, tested, certified, and maintained each anchorage. With that said, then it is capable of supporting at least 5,000 pounds (268 kg), in any direction, for each employee attached. First, you need a qualified person and certification of each anchorage by a qualified person, as necessary. Second, at least every 10 years must base the information on an annual inspection. You can read more about these anchorage OSHA standards here:

Your first step to getting started is by hiring a professional roof anchor install contractor – Shine On Group can position you to be OSHA compliant in the city of Columbus. Second, getting certified anchors is a long-term investment for your building. You need to work with a professional that can guide you in the right direction. In addition, while you can go the alternative route, Industrial Rope Access (IRA), we would recommend making the investment to getting certified roof anchors installed.

Shine On Group recommends this because the traditional IRA method uses different equipment, different rope rigging techniques, and often carries additional safety measures. Having certified roof anchor for your building allows you to stay compliant with OSHA’s ruling on anchorage systems (OSHA 1910.27). At the same time, continuing to be cost efficient.