Qualcraft Parapet Anchor System User Manual

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Compatibility: When making connections with Parapet Anchors, eliminate all possibility of
roll-out. Roll-out occurs when interference between a hook and the attachment point causes the
hook gate to unintentionally open and release. All connections must be selected and deemed
compatible with Parapet Anchors by a Competent Person. All connector gates must be
self-closing and self-locking, and withstand minimum loads of 3,600 lbs. See the following for
examples of compatible/incompatible connections:

Connector
closed and
locked to
D-ring.

OK.

Two or more
snap hooks or
carabiners
connected to
each other.

NO.

Two connectors
to same
D-ring.

NO.

Connector
directly to
horizontal
lifeline.

NO.

Connector
to integral
lanyard.

NO.

Connector
directly to
webbing.

NO.

Application
that places
load on gate.

NO.

Incompatible
or irregular
application,
which may
increase risk
of roll-out.

NO.

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